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If you take pain killers regularly starting at a young age, will they continue to work later in life?
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Not likely: Tolerance to the pain relieving effects of opiates is especially seen in younger patients. Getting off opiates sooner rather than later is best and your doctor should provide guidance.
Answered 5/2/2015
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Tolerance: Eople can develop tolerance to pain medication. This means you may need more medication to treat the same level of pain later on.
Answered 3/18/2012
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